Whether it be hillwalking, mountaineering, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, skiing or snowboarding, all of these adventure sports give me the same rush of adrenaline, excitement and thrill. This blog follows my experiences in the outdoors as an aspirant instructor.

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09/12/2009

First Winter Route's of the Season

Jamie Bankhead on Hidden Chimney Direct (IV,5)

Jamie Bankhead on Spiral Gully (II)

Aladdin's and Fluted Buttresses

I finally used the crampons and axes today, ever since the snow arrived I have been looking forward to doing some routes. The decision was made to head over to the Cairngorms. Jamie had his eye on Fluted Buttress Direct, however on arrival at the bottom of the pitch we found the snow wasn't in the best condition. We traversed over and soloed Spiral Gully (II) in search of something better.

We found Hidden Chimney Direct (IV,5) which wasn't in the best of nick either but at least it was climbable.

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Graham Boistelle

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About Me

Climbing is my first passion and I have been going into the hills since I was twelve.
Since then I have always been an outdoor enthusiast. As well as being Chairman of Nevis Canoe Club, I am also a member of Lochaber Athletics Club.
I enjoy all outdoor activities because I find they take you to places where you just shouldn't go!
I am trying to make a full time career from teaching these sports. I really enjoy passing on these skills and giving people a chance to experience something they wouldn't normally have the chance to do.